Bright and airy lounge with a modern farmhouse aesthetic, featuring neutral armchairs, rustic wood beams, a round wooden table, oversized windows, and a black chandelier. Spacious, upscale lobby with a central seating arrangement of cushioned armchairs and a sofa, surrounded by soft lighting and modern decor. A large window wall lets in natural light, while contemporary artwork and chandeliers add elegance. Elegant hallway with warm wood flooring, classic crown molding, and a row of gold-toned mailboxes on both sides. Industrial-style wall sconces and hanging lantern chandeliers lead to a mural of a pastoral landscape at the end of the corridor. Open-concept apartment interior with a neutral color palette, showing a living room with light gray furniture, wood-style flooring, and a modern kitchen with gray cabinets and pendant lighting. Bright, modern bathroom with neutral tones, featuring a granite double-sink vanity, large mirror, open shelving, and a glass-enclosed tiled shower. The view extends into a bedroom with natural light through the window.

Harpeth Square Interiors

Smith Gee Studio, in partnership with 906 Studio, spearheaded the transformation of Franklin, Tennessee’s Historic Downtown District with its largest infill development to date—a sophisticated blend of hospitality, residential, and retail design integrated within the area's storied urban core.

Central to the project is The Harpeth, a boutique Hilton Curio Hotel that exemplifies refined Southern charm. Its interiors are thoughtfully curated to evoke timeless elegance: a high-end restaurant and café with bespoke finishes, a grand ballroom and boardrooms designed for comfort and function, and a tranquil outdoor courtyard framed by a dramatic imperial stair. The hotel’s four-story front porch, brick veneer, and stone accents echo Franklin’s architectural heritage, while the interiors invite modern luxury with a sense of place.

Smith Gee Studio not only crafted the overarching master plan and served as Architect of Record—they also led the interior design across all mixed-use elements. This includes stylish, amenity-rich multifamily residences directly connected to the hotel, enhancing the walkable, community-driven atmosphere.

Year:

2020

Location:

Franklin, TN

Architect:

Smith Gee Studio

Client:

Harpeth Associates

Services:

Architect of Record, Interior Design, & Master Planning

Awards:

Williamson Co. Heritage Foundation Preservation Awards, Excellence in Infill in a Historic District, 2021 AIA Middle Tennessee, Design Awards, 2021 NAHB, Multifamily Pillars of the Industry, Finalist, Best Mixed-Use Community, 2021 ULI Nashville, Excellence in Development Award, 2021 Aurora Awards, Silver Honor, Best Mixed-Use Project, 2021